Under the new manager and a shift in the regime, Liverpool are making moves in the transfer window, and the latest headline is their pursuit of Anthony Gordon. They are now ready to offer a deal worth £72 million with cash and a player exchange of their back up goalkeeper Kelleher.
Reportedly, this offer includes £50 million in cash and the other amount is adjusted by the transfer market value of Kelleher i.e. £22 million. This ambitious move highlights Liverpool’s intent to bolster their attacking options ahead of the new season.
Kelleher has been a very reliable goalkeeper for Liverpool and also stood up massively during Alisson’s absence. Even with just few matches, Kelleher has delivered exceptionally and impressed everyone with his performance. Although, despite this, it is not easy for him to get regular gametime at Liverpool, hence prompting him to make a career elsewhere. Also, with Alisson still being the number on 1 goalkeeper, Kelleher’s decision is very understandable.
Nick Pope is the first choice and a quite reliable keeper for Newcastle United. Although, he missed quite a big portion of the last season because of a shoulder injury. Martin Dubravka stepped up for Magpies and the former Liverpool keeper Karius was the backup goalkeeper. However now, Karius’s contract is about to expire with Newcastle, and this leaves a vacancy in the squad. Kelleher’s joining will genuinely provide Newcastle with some good quality options in the goalkeeping department and also a healthy competition for Nick Pope.
Anthony Gordon: A Key Target for Liverpool
Anthony Gordon is a top priority target for Arne Slot and Liverpool are eager to sign him. The English youngster has been exceptional for Newcastle in his debut season for the Magpies. Gordon’s quality and his ability to play effortlessly as a winger or an attacking midfielder makes him an enticing prospect for Liverpool squad.
Furthermore, Anthony Gordon is also very keen with the idea of joining Liverpool. His arrival will surely add quality to the already star-studded Liverpool attack and will provide Arne Slot with options in the attack.
Although, if Kelleher leaves Liverpool, then the Reds will also have to find a reliable backup goalkeeper to maintain the squad depth. Reports suggest that the Reds have identified Valencia’s Giorgi Mamardashvili as a potential target. The Georgian player has been phenomenal in La Liga and also earned some worldwide recognition in the UEFA Euros 2024 with his noteworthy performances. Mamardashvili’s agility, shot-stopping ability, and composure on the ball make him a suitable candidate to fill the void left by Kelleher’s departure.
Strategic Implications for Both Clubs
Gordon’s signing for Liverpool will be a sign of investing and trusting in the youngster. Gordon’s arrival will also boost up the Liverpool attack and will help them to stay at the top and compete with other premier league giants. Additionally, securing a new goalkeeper like Mamardashvili would provide Klopp with a reliable backup option, ensuring the team remains resilient in the face of injuries and fixture congestion.
On the other hand, for Newcastle, Kelleher would provide them with quality and also a real competition for Nick Pope. This could prove crucial, given Pope’s recent injury history. Furthermore, the cash part of the deal will help the Magpies with the financial fair play and also give them some resources to invest in the squad too.
Conclusion
This swap deal is surely a bold move by the reds, and it would be interesting to see if Magpies will actually accept this or not. Surely Gordon’s arrival would provide Liverpool with a new attacking dimension however Kelleher leaving would leave them with a void, with Mamardashvili emerging as a prime candidate to fill it.
It will be interesting to see if Liverpool can actually pull this deal or Newcastle will hold on to their player until they get their desired amount. However, if the proposed deal is accepted then we can see both the clubs go through some serious changes and can make this transfer window even more exciting. The ideology of this deal signifies Liverpool’s approach to be the best in the league and Newcastle’s approach of strengthen up to compete amongst the best.
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